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David

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man seated with his head slightly tilted downward while gazing to his left, his hand raised and placed on a harp. He has medium-length curly hair and a full beard, with a solemn expression on his face. He wears a detailed robe with patterned sleeves and an elaborate collar adorned with intricate designs. Resting on his head is a grand crown, emphasizing his status. In his hand, he holds a harp. The background has a circular frame with inscriptions and decorative geometric shapes.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1613
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3444 × 4348 px
Public Domain
Yes
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